CORNWALL — The Houstonic River Commission on Tuesday discussed how to spread the word about its plans to earn a federal Wild and Scenic River designation.

The advisory group, with two representatives from each of seven area towns stretching from Canaan to New Milford, has been visiting the boards of selectmen in their respective towns to explain the proposal, which they say would give added protection to one of the most valuable resources in the region.

The designation would have the benefit of securing National Park expertise.

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